Financing Your Studies

Cost of Living

Apart from paying for your fees, you must also expect to incur various living expenses. These vary according to one’s lifestyle and spending habits. The following is an estimate of expenditures you should factor into your financial calculations:

• Accommodation: rental per month ranges from $250 per room (double occupancy) in public housing to about $850 per room (single occupancy) in a private apartment.
• Notebook/Desknote: It is necessary for RP student to own a notebook as delivery mode is conducted through RP e-learning environment. On average, the notebook prices range from $1,500 onwards
• Living expenses: on the average, you should budget at least $450 to $650 per month for food, transport, entertainment and other miscellaneous needs.

For more information on living in Singapore, please check http://www.singaporeedu.gov.sg

It is important for students to have sufficient financial resources to support themselves during the course of their study and stay in Singapore.